A palestra de Carlinhos Marques, com o tema “20 anos salvando vidas e restaurando famílias”, celebra duas décadas de dedicação à transformação pessoal e social. Com uma trajetória marcada por superação, fé e compromisso com o próximo, Carlinhos compartilha histórias inspiradoras e lições de vida que mostram como o amor, a empatia e a esperança podem reconstruir destinos e fortalecer lares. Ele é presidente e fundador do Instituto Novo Sinai, criado em 2005, e atua como empresário na cidade de Valentim Gentil, no noroeste paulista. Com formação em Administração de Empresas e Matemática, é também músico desde os 11 anos, tocando piano e violão com a mesma sensibilidade que leva às suas ações sociais. É idealizador do projeto "Sobriedade Já", uma ampla iniciativa de prevenção que une arte, educação e comunicação para promover o equilíbrio e a saúde mental. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Alison Major shares powerful lessons from sailing 9,000 nautical miles with her family on America's Great Loop. Through vivid stories of unexpected storms, equipment failures, and sewage emergencies, she reveals how life constantly rewrites our carefully drawn maps. Alison Major is a writer, educator, and sailor who left a conventional life to live aboard her sailboat Fika, cruising over 9,000 nautical miles with her husband and two young children while working remotely and homeschooling. She’s the author of Remote Work Afloat and founder of Loop Life Academy, where she helps others navigate uncertainty and life transitions through the lens of long-distance cruising. Her talk explores how we find meaning and momentum when life goes off-script. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

Thomas Narder, propõe uma reflexão profunda sobre o que realmente significa viver a diversidade. Mais do que um item em currículos ou uma pauta institucional, ele mostra que a diversidade se constrói no cotidiano, nas relações humanas, nas oportunidades compartilhadas e na escuta genuína das diferentes vozes que compõem a sociedade. Com uma abordagem sensível e provocativa, Thomas compartilha suas experiências e aprendizados, revelando como a vivência da diversidade transforma não apenas ambientes de trabalho, mas também comportamentos, mentalidades e culturas. Sua palestra é um convite para enxergar o outro como parte essencial do todo e compreender que a verdadeira inclusão nasce da convivência real, e não apenas do discurso. Ele é parceiro estratégico de lideranças em empresas globais, com atuação focada em cultura organizacional, performance, experiência do colaborador e diversidade, sempre com olhar voltado para resultados e crescimento sustentável. Com experiência sólida como HR Business Partner em organizações como Mercado Livre, TRACTIAN e Todos Pela Educação. Especialista em Cultura e Engajamento, liderou iniciativas que aumentaram significativamente os indicadores de clima e valores. Também desenvolveu e implementou políticas de Diversidade, Equidade e Inclusão (DEI). This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

In this engaging talk, Dilip Kamdar, a seasoned restaurateur and founder of a successful restaurant chain, shares his journey through the evolving world of hospitality. From changing customer expectations to the rise of technology and automation, he explores what the future of dining truly looks like.Through personal stories and industry insights, he emphasizes that while trends and tools may change, the human connection — warmth, empathy, and genuine service — will always remain the heart of hospitality. Dilip Kamdar is the co-founder of Naivedhyam Hospitality Ventures and a prominent entrepreneur who has made a mark in the hospitality industry. An alumnus of VNIT, he has built Naivedhyam into a trusted brand synonymous with authentic dining and cultural richness. With decades of experience in managing restaurants, banquets, and hospitality ventures, he has successfully combined vision, innovation, and leadership to establish a legacy of excellence. Known for his dedication to customer experience and his ability to transform ideas into enduring institutions, Kamdar continues to inspire as a leader who balances tradition, business acumen, and purpose-driven growth. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

What happens when you achieve the Indian middle-class dream—a job at a global tech-giant, a life abroad, success, comfort—and still feel something’s missing?This story explores themes of purpose, sustainability, and coexistence with nature—and why true success lies not in what we earn, but in what we create for the world around us.If you’ve ever questioned your path, chased promotions, or wondered how to make a real difference for our planet, this talk is for you. A creative and free-spirited Mantaj comes from the city of Patiala. After 8 years of corporate experience, he decided to free-fall into what his heart really yearned for and decided to pursue his passion.Resigning from his 1 Cr. Job at a global tech giant, he came back home to Punjab and co-founded a startup called “Gill Organics,” which brings to the tables of Punjab's families- fresh, chemical-free, organic vegetables. His "Cloud Farm" concept lets the customers own their organic food source, and the option to let the startup cultivate their personal choice of vegetables, blending a unique concept with a passion for healthy living and sustainable agriculture. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

What does it take to build when the world says “you can’t”? In this powerful talk, a founder shares the mindset behind creating something meaningful against all odds. From rejection to resilience, this is a deep dive into courage, conviction, and the quiet grit it takes to bring impossible ideas to life. Raghuveer Kovuru — where big ideas meet bold action. TEDx Speaker. Innovation Consultant. Purpose-driven visionary. With a brain wired for solving real problems and a heart set on meaningful impact, he’s not just talking change — he’s building it.From boardrooms to global stages, Raghuveer turns sparks of innovation into movements that matter. He doesn’t just inspire — he ignites. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx